Ford Mustang
Description
Driving the 1966 Ford Mustang with its tidy V8 is a real experience. As soon as the engine is started, the distinctive V8 sound comes to life, filling the roads with a powerful presence. The driving experience is both exhilarating and nostalgic. The Mustang pulls away with impressive power, accelerates smoothly and responds directly to every movement of the accelerator pedal. The ride comfort is typical of a muscle car: the suspension is firm but not uncomfortable. The steering is precise and conveys a feeling of control and freedom. While driving, you can feel the glances of passers-by admiring the legendary Mustang. The well-preserved interior is reminiscent of times gone by, but the Mustang remains a highlight of automotive history.
This example is the epitome of a Mustang that wants to be driven properly. Thanks to a comprehensive overhaul, it is in excellent technical condition, has plenty of steam, noticeably more than the standard Mustang, is incredibly responsive and shifts like butter. It does have a few minor visual flaws, which can be seen in the pictures. A paint job would certainly work wonders, but whether this is really necessary is up to you to decide.
Replaced parts:
New universal joints, new windshield, new front shock absorbers, new steering wheel, new front brakes complete, new windshield wipers, new headlights, new turn signal relay, various new cables, new original radiator, all hoses new, new vibration dampers, new thermostat, new exhaust manifold, new water pump, new timing chain set complete, new spark plugs and cables, new transmission output oil seal, new air filter, new battery, new floor carpets.
Work carried out:
New steering geometry, conversion to brake disks with brake booster at the front, cylinder heads ground and overhauled, carburetor overhauled, engine overhauled, all fluids and filters replaced.
The list is not exhaustive, but shows quite well that the car is ready for new adventures without further investment.
You can find a video about the Mustang at the bottom of this page.
Sales price: CHF 45,000
Model history
At the beginning of the 1960s, market analyses assumed that a large proportion of future new car buyers would be under 30 years old. This generation preferred inexpensive sports cars and because the sporty Thunderbird, which had been offered by Ford since 1955, was getting bigger and more expensive, a new model was needed.
The car is to cost less than 2500 dollars, be less than five meters long, weigh less than 2500 pounds and be able to carry four people in a sporty manner. To minimize costs, the car is to be based on the existing Ford Falcon.
In 1962, a prototype with the name Mustang is ready. The name comes from a legendary US fighter plane, the Mustang P-51. The car was a roadster with a mid-engine and only two seats. Visually, there were hardly any similarities with the later production model.
After just 18 months of planning and design, Ford's River Rouge plant near Dearborn churned out the first Mustangs on March 5, 1964. The car was officially unveiled on April 17 and the rush was enormous. Over 20,000 sales contracts were signed on the first day.
Right from the start, the convertible and coupé body styles were available with different engine versions. A 170-ci six-cylinder engine (2.8 liters) made the start and the V8 was available in sizes 260 with twin carburetors and 289 with quad carburetors as well as the 289 HiPo with a whopping 275 hp. Manual transmission was available with three or four gears and the automatic was available with three gears. Due to a lack of power, the 170 was replaced by a 200 ci six-cylinder in the same year and the 260 ci V8 was completely removed from the range. The V8 was now only offered as a 289cc, but with a choice of 2- or 4-barrel carburetor.
Details
- 85’000 km (read off)
- 1. inv. 01.07.1966
- Veterans MFK 25.05.2023
- 4,728 cc V8 engine
- 200 HP
- Type certificate X
- Master number 313.640.474
- Chassis 6T07C150933
- Unladen weight 1,410 kg
- Payload 280 kg
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